Jan 11, 2025

Hockman, Maurine O’Brien, 91, formerly of West Point, Virginia passed away Sunday, October 29, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, John William Hockman, Jr. Her parents James Howard O’Brien and Nettie Conner O’Brien; stepmother Margaret Smith O’Brien; brothers Clyde O’Brien (Ellen), James O’Brien (Frances), Wyatt O’Brien; half-brothers Dickie O’Brien (Sylvia) and Tommy O’Brien. Sisters Ouida O’Brien...

Jan 11, 2025

William L. “Bill” Johnson, of Keysville (formerly of Madison Heights and Chase City), went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 29 th .  He was preceded in death by his parents Rochal and Readie Johnson.  He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Cook Johnson; and his three daughters, Martha Garber (Frank), Susan Clark (Rusty), and Valerie...

Jan 5, 2025

Jewell Watkins Anderson passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was preceded in death by her husband, George A. Anderson.

Born in the mountain town of Bryson City, North Carolina to James Lawrence Watkins and Mary Jenkins Watkins. Jewell came into this world on January 30, 1940, as the...

Jan 4, 2025

Ollie Ann Reid Faircloth, age 90, of Meherrin, VA passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born in Jamestown, N.C., and was the daughter of the late, Willie L. and Olivia A. Reid. Ann was also preceded in death by her husband, Samuel D. Faircloth; and her brother, Julius Vernell Reid.

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Jan 2, 2025

Archie Franklin Chappell, age 71, of Keysville, Virginia entered his eternal home with the Lord on January 2, 2025.

Archie was a lifelong truck driver who spent decades behind the wheel of a tractor-trailer. His career as a truck driver took him across the country, where he made countless memories and friendships along the way. He will...

Dec 30, 2024

Earl Ray Toombs, age 88, of Saxe, VA, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Mattie Toombs; and numerous brothers and sisters.

Earl is survived by his wife, Dorothy J. Toombs; his son, Steve Toombs; one grandson, Derek Toombs and his wife Tara; one granddaughter, Amanda Coats...

Dec 29, 2024

Lewis Edward Wilkerson, Jr., age 63, of Keysville, VA, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis Edward Wilkerson, Sr., and Frances Schumann Wilkerson.

Lewis is survived by his wife of twenty-seven years, Dawn Hicks Wilkerson; one brother, Roland Wilkerson (Stacey) of Farmville, VA; two sisters, Patricia Barton of...

Dec 27, 2024

Betty Ann Newbill passed away December 27, 2024 at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital after suffering a stroke. Born June 1, 1937 in Dryburg, Halifax County, VA, she was the oldest daughter of Carl Newbill, Sr. and Thelma W. Newbill.

Betty attended school in Halifax County, was a graduate of American School, Chicago, IL, and Southside School of...

Dec 25, 2024

Doris Saville Williams, age 78, of Keysville, Virginia entered her eternal home with the Lord on December 25, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Doris’s greatest pride and joy were her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom she cherished deeply.

Doris was a dedicated employee of Walmart in Farmville for over 27 years, where she built...

Dec 23, 2024

William Lewis Boettcher, Sr., age 90, of Drakes Branch, VA passed away peacefully at his home on December 23, 2024, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.

Lewis, born June 3, 1934, was the son of the late Wayne G. and Virginia V. Boettcher. He was predeceased by a brother, Wayne Boettcher of Chesapeake,...

Dec 19, 2024

Michael Paul Gravitte, Jr., age 36, of Keysville, VA passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Oscar and Janie Elliott; Richard and Gertrude Hampton; and an aunt, Karen Cephas.

Michael is survived by three children, Allison Gravitte, McKenna Gravitte (whom he was very close to and she held a...

Dec 7, 2024

Ward, Ginger M. went to be with Jesus and her son, Justin on Saturday, December 7, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Henry and Lotus Marker of Crewe, VA.

Ginger was a beloved kindergarten teacher for Nottoway County Public Schools for thirty-seven years before her retirement.

Ginger is survived by the loves of...

Dec 1, 2024

Bruce Michael Mittleman, age 71, of Drakes Branch, VA, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024. He was the son of the late Sidney and Shirley Mittleman. A visitation will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, December 22, 2024, at the Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, VA.  The Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, VA is in charge of arrangements....

Nov 22, 2024

Edward William Surko, Sr., age 94, of Keysville, VA passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in New York City to the late Alexander and Helen Knauer Surko. Edward was preceded in death by his wife, Joan A. Surko; his daughter, Veronica Connelly; his granddaughter, Aliz Kennedy; his grandson,...

Nov 20, 2024

Michael Wayne Dickerson ” Pooh Bear and Mike”, age 62, of Saxe, VA passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Alice Dickerson; his father Clarence ” Man ” Nichols; and his brother Brian Nichols.

Mike is survived by three sisters, Donna Tharpe (Dale) of...

Nov 18, 2024

Wesley Earl Southall, most lovingly known as “Papa Earl” and “Busman” met Jesus, face to face on the evening of Monday, November 18, 2024 at the age of 86. When he breathed his final breath on this earth, the love of his life, his devoted wife of 53 years, Shirley Scott Southall, was by his side. Earl and Shirley...

Nov 14, 2024

Grace Eleanor Tharpe Hall got her wish to be with the Lord peacefully at her home late Thursday evening, November 14, 2024. Born April 17, 1928, to the late Mary D. and Nelson Tharpe. She was predeceased by her husband Harris; siblings, Pauline, Gladys, Irving, Lillian, and Lorena; cousin Ella; grandson Scott; and great-grandson Gage; and niece Susan.

Nov 11, 2024

Keysville, VA – Edward “Eddie, Ed” Jay Sharpe, 72, a Marine Vet, died unexpectedly on Veterans Day, November 11, 2024. He was born October 27, 1952, in Statesville, NC, the son of A.Z. and Madeline Hoar Sharpe.

Eddie graduated from Deep Creek High School, class of 1970. Following graduation, he served with the U.S. Marine Corps. He...

Nov 7, 2024

Earl E. “Tinky” Dix, age 85, of Keysville, VA went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 7, 2024.

“Tinky” is survived by his wife of sixty-five years, Inez B. Dix; two daughters, Donna M. Dix and Susan Dix Evans; two grandsons, Christopher D. Evans and wife, Tabatha and Robert E. Dix; three great-grandchildren,...

Oct 27, 2024

Leonard “Lenny” Harold Dunaway, age 75, of Keysville, VA, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024, after a yearlong battle with cancer. He was born on August 26, 1949, to Evelyn and Harold Dunaway. Lenny is predeceased by his lovely wife, Peggy Phillips Dunaway; his mother and father, Harold and Evelyn Dunaway; and his younger brother, Richard “Ricky” Thornton...